10 Seitan Recipes That Will Make You Forget All About Meat

Sarah Von Alt|

July 11, 2018

Seitan is what vegan dreams (I mean meats) are made of! While most people are at least a little familiar with tofu—one of the longest-standing meat alternatives—many people don’t realize that seitan has also been a common meat substitute for more than a thousand years!

Also known as wheat gluten, seitan first appeared during the sixth century as an ingredient in Asian cuisine. Today, you can buy ready-made seitan or “vital wheat gluten” at most natural food stores. This low-carb, cholesterol-free powder is packed with protein (60 grams per cup!) and easily transforms into a dense, delicious vegan meat.

So what are you waiting for? Here are 10 of the best vegan seitan recipes to try: